The Integration of Tawhid and Environmental Ethics in Islamic Educational Thought

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This study explores the integration of tawhid (the oneness of God) and environmental ethics within Islamic educational thought, emphasizing the theological and pedagogical foundations that shape Muslim attitudes toward nature and sustainability. Using a qualitative library research approach, the study analyzes classical and contemporary Islamic texts, educational curricula, and scholarly discourses to identify the epistemological relationship between divine unity and ecological responsibility. Findings reveal that tawhid serves as the central principle linking human beings, nature, and God, framing environmental care as a form of worship (‘ibadah) and moral accountability (amanah). The study argues that neglecting environmental ethics contradicts the holistic understanding of Islamic education, which aims to cultivate spiritually conscious and socially responsible individuals. Furthermore, integrating tawhidic principles into educational frameworks encourages the development of eco-theological awareness, sustainability-oriented character formation, and curriculum innovation that harmonizes faith and environmental stewardship. This research contributes to the growing discourse on Islamic eco-pedagogy and offers conceptual insights for Islamic educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers to reorient learning toward sustainability grounded in divine unity. By situating tawhid as an ethical and ontological foundation, Islamic education can nurture a transformative environmental consciousness essential for addressing the global ecological crisis.